Tory Lanez is back in the spotlight with the release of his new album, “PETERSON,” and he’s not holding back. The 20-track project, recorded from behind bars, finds the rapper/singer addressing his ongoing legal troubles while taking aim at Roc Nation, his former attorney, and Megan Thee Stallion.
In the album, which dropped on March 7, Lanez makes controversial claims about his relationship with Megan, suggesting that he “protected” her from facing prison time. This assertion comes amidst ongoing tensions stemming from the highly publicized shooting incident involving the two artists. Lanez’s lyrics imply that he shielded Megan from the consequences of the events that unfolded that night, a statement that has drawn backlash from her supporters.
One of the standout tracks, “Verdict Day,” features Lanez criticizing his former attorney, Shawn Holley, who resigned from representing him before his trial. He alleges that she was compromised, insinuating that she was “in bed with my opposition” and implying that she conspired with Megan and Roc Nation. Lanez claims Holley mishandled crucial aspects of his case, including DNA evidence, and deliberately sabotaged his bail hearings, stating, “She was working for my accuser.”
In response to Lanez’s accusations, Holley has dismissed his claims as “meritless” and stated that they were rejected by the state bar. The tension between Lanez and Roc Nation escalates as he alleges that the label had influence over his legal representation, suggesting that their involvement contributed to Megan’s portrayal of him as a potential jailbird.
The album also features an AI-generated audio clip of Donald Trump, which Lanez uses to bolster his narrative. In the clip, a voice resembling Trump claims, “He protected two Black women that night, one from going to jail and one from getting shot,” further complicating the narrative surrounding the incident.
Lanez doesn’t shy away from addressing ongoing disputes with Megan, including her lawsuit against blogger Milagro Gramz. He hints at having evidence that could counter Roc Nation’s actions against Gramz, stating, “If I was petty I would countersue, because I got evidence.”
However, reactions from Megan Thee Stallion’s fans have been largely critical, accusing Lanez of continuing to harass her through his music. Recently, Megan secured a five-year restraining order against Lanez, and a judge allowed her to depose him as part of her ongoing legal battles.
As the fallout from “PETERSON” continues to unfold, it raises questions about the dynamics between these artists and the broader implications of their conflicts. Tory Lanez’s bold assertions and the album’s provocative content are sure to keep the conversation going in the hip-hop community, as fans and commentators weigh in on the ongoing saga.
